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Board minutes -
Find out what happened at our public Board meeting. -
News -
We all value social care support, but let's make it even better this year. Tell us about your experiences of health and social care, and the changes that you would like to see made locally, in our online survey. #SpeakUp2020. -
News -
Your local NHS is consulting on proposals to invest in both Epsom and St Helier hospitals to build a new specialist emergency care hospital at Epsom, St Helier or Sutton hospital. -
Report -
In October 2019, we used our statutory powers to 'Enter and View' Crossways Nursing Care Home, as part of our Care Homes Project. -
Board minutes -
Find out what happened at our public Board meeting. -
Health and care news -
The way GPs provide health services is changing. GP surgeries are working together in Primary Care Networks to provide a wider variety of services at a broader range of times in Sutton. -
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Share your views with us and make a difference to your local GP service. You'll also be in with a chance to win £100 worth of vouchers! -
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Hello and welcome to our Spring 2020 newsletter! -
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Following an official Government announcement on Monday 16th March, the Healthwatch Sutton team will be working remotely until further notice. -
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Our job at Healthwatch is simple. We're here to help make health and social care work better for you. During this challenging time this role has never been more important. -
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Published 19/03/2020
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Advice and Information -
Find out what to do if you have COVID-19 symptoms, where to go for support and how you can help stop the spread. -
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Protect your loved ones and protect the nation, volunteer to help those that are most vulnerable to the effects of coronavirus (COVID-19) stay at home. Join the army of NHS volunteers today. -
Advice and Information -
Self-isolation, social distancing and shielding have been introduced by the Government to help you and your loved ones stay safe from COVID-19. Find out what they mean in practice and what applies to you.
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Advice and Information -
We explain why it's important to have a plan in place, should you or a loved one become critically ill with coronavirus. -
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The holy month of Ramadan begins on Thursday 23rd April, when many members of the Muslim community across London will be fasting during daylight hours. -
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Joint statement from: Alison Navarro, CEO Community Action Sutton, Anita Maulin, CEO Volunteer Centre Sutton, Nicola Upton, CEO Age UK Sutton, Rachael MacLeod, CEO Sutton Carers Centre & Judith Armstrong, Scheme Manager, Home-Start Sutton -
Advice and Information -
Take a look at our advice article on the organisations and groups that can support you if you're grieving. -
Advice and Information -
If you have cancer, it's understandable you might feel anxious about COVID-19. The Government and the NHS have both confirmed that cancer treatment should continue to be prioritised during the response to the COVID-19 emergency. -
Advice and Information -
The coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak means you should only leave your home if it's essential, unless you feel very unwell or you are told to attend an existing appointment for ongoing treatment. -
Advice and Information -
If you are experiencing or feel at risk of domestic abuse, or are worried about someone who might be, find out where you can go for advice and help. -
Board minutes -
Minutes of our bimonthly board Meeting. -
News -
First and foremost, we hope that you and your loved ones are safe and well. -
News -
GPs in South West London have launched a new campaign to persuade the public to seek the urgent care and treatment they need. -
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We want to hear your experiences of accessing healthcare during COVID-19 in our survey. This feedback will be used by Sutton NHS and social care services to help identify issues and make sure everyone continues to receive safe and high-quality care. -
Report -
An overview of local people's views and awareness of change in health & social care in Sutton. -
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Today, we publish a report looking at local people's views and awareness of change in health and social care services in Sutton. -
Advice and Information -
Read about how coronavirus could affect you, your baby and your pregnancy care. -
Advice and Information -
Routine dental care has had to change because of COVID-19, with social distancing rules making it difficult to access services. Here's some information on how to access an NHS dentist during the pandemic. -
Report -
Last year, Healthwatch Sutton supported over 1,600 people to share their story about health and social care in Sutton. -
Annual Report -
Today, we publish our Annual Report celebrating our achievements in helping more people to have their say and improving health and social care services in Sutton. -
Board minutes -
Minutes of our bimonthly board meeting. -
Advice and Information -
The majority of children who have been previously identified as 'clinically extremely vulnerable' will no longer need to shield. -
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Two-thirds of people in England say they are more likely to act to improve health and social care services since the outbreak of COVID-19. You can help improve care in Sutton by joining our campaign #BecauseWeAllCare. -
Blog -
Interested in what we've been working on? Take a look at our past and present project reports. -
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To respond to coronavirus, hospitals had to quickly change. Tell us how this has affected the care you or your loved one has received. -
Advice and Information -
The usual processes the NHS follows to discharge you from hospital have changed during the coronavirus pandemic. Here's what you can expect when it's time to leave hospital. -
Report -
In March 2020, we asked you to tell us what you thought about changing GP services in the Borough. Here is what we found: -
Advice and Information -
Working with National Voices and Traverse, Healthwatch England have put together some tips on how to get the most out of the virtual health and care appointments for patients and health and care professionals. -
News -
Earlier this year, we asked you to tell us what you thought about changing GP services in Sutton. Find out what you told us in our new report. -
Report -
The COVID-19 pandemic has forced the majority of GP consultations to take place remotely, as well as an increase in electronic prescriptions. We captured patients' views on their recent experiences of using these services. -
Blog -
The COVID-19 pandemic has forced the majority of GP consultations to take place remotely, as well as an increase in electronic prescriptions. We asked patients about their recent experiences of these services to find out how they are working. -
Healthwatch Sutton report -
Before the lockdown, we created a short survey to find out your views and understand the impact the coronavirus pandemic was having on you, your family and friends. Our new report captures your experiences as the pandemic unfolded in Sutton. -
Health and care news -
Before the lockdown, we created a short survey to find out your views and understand the impact the coronavirus pandemic was having on you, your family and friends. Our new report captures your experiences as the pandemic unfolded in Sutton. -
Advice and Information -
COVID-19 poses a unique challenge for health and social care professionals when talking to someone with hearing loss. Here are some important tips to help you communicate effectively. -
Board minutes -
Minutes of our bimonthly board meeting. -
News -
A message from Dr Dino Pardhanani, GP Borough Lead for Sutton.